Sewing first kilt, this is hard work man.

[Sir Robert]

I think whats-his-name wants $200 USD to sew up a kilt, knowing what goes into this, it is not too bad of a price.

I have about 8 hours invested and at least 2 more to go for a desert camouflauge kilt. The pleating is kicking my butt and keep in mind that this material does not have stripes to line up. If I were using tartan I would be crying about now.

My hat is off to you kilt makers.

I was going to make up a couple of kilts out of some gray tartan material now I think that I'll just make a great kilt instead. I.E. I'll just pleat it on the floor.

[bubba]

I've made several and the first one is the hardest. The main thing is since you're doing it for yourself take your time. There's no pressure to get it done fast.

[chasem]

...There's no pressure to get it done fast.

who are you trying to fool?

[GMan]

Congratulations Sir Robert on your first endeavor at kilt making! Since I have never tried it, I really cannot give any advise.

[Sir Robert]

Got it done the way I wanted.

Camouflauge material is directional so the front apron had to be cut and turned 90degrees to get it right. The rest was left the wrong way (underapron and pleats) as you don't get a good look at the pattern.

Length 20 inches which is just right for my 5 foot 6 inch frame. 2 inches above the belly button and 1 inch above the center of the knee.

Velcro instead of straps & buckles.

The material is "Six Color Desert" also called "Chocolate Chips" in the winter weight 50% cotton/nylon. No, I never wore the 6 color camies in combat but I was called to active duty for Desert Storm when they were supposed to have been issued, but wern't. In Iraq I wore the 3 color cammies but being that I was around for both wars I'll claim bragging rights for both.

I have not deceided on belt loops yet or not.